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Gallbladder stone
What is the maximum time it takes to dissolve gallstones with medicine.. I have a 3mm stone.. the only symptom o have is severe upper abdomen pain for half hour and then it goes off
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Not going to dissolve.
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Ongoing bloating, upper abdominal pain, and significant weight loss for 1 year need proper evaluation. It could be due to chronic gastritis, ulcer, liver/pancreas issues, or malabsorption. Please get tests like ultrasound abdomen, endoscopy, and blood work done.
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Hello.
It takes a long time from 1-2yrs and that too is usually not guaranteed.
And even if it dissolves, chances of recurrence is very high. Therefore, the only permanent cure is to remove gallbladder through surgery
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Continue medications as per prescription
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Better to go for surgery if size more than 3mm
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